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by Reynoma
Thu Jan 12, 2006 1:41 am
Forum: Interior
Topic: Trunk space cover?
Replies: 4
Views: 1937

Re: Trunk space cover? (astraelraen)

Are you looking for a "hard" plastic cover? Mine actually came with a soft cover (crappy, but it does work).
by Reynoma
Fri Oct 21, 2005 12:42 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Remember when you were the ONLY Vibe on the road??????
Replies: 18
Views: 2798

It does seem like I see more and more of them in Southern Jersey. Mostly monotone base vibes. I only recall seeing one other GT. No modified vibes at all.There is one nice orange (cannot think of the proper name right now) monotone that parks at the train station with me. It is a base, but with the ...
by Reynoma
Fri Oct 21, 2005 12:16 am
Forum: US - Northeast
Topic: October Jersey Mini (and I mean MINI) Meet
Replies: 85
Views: 10785

Re: (ragingfish)

If you end up moving the date, I could probably come. Soccer coaching has me tied up on Saturdays.
by Reynoma
Thu Jul 21, 2005 10:11 pm
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: Best personal finance management software?
Replies: 8
Views: 1298

Re: Best personal finance management software? (ragingfish)

I use Quicken. I tried MSM for a short period of time when I got it for free with TaxCut software. Because it didn't seamlessly integrate with my Palm, I switched back to Quicken (and have not looked back).Quicken can track investments and quicken can do the itemization you want. You will need to ma...
by Reynoma
Thu Jul 21, 2005 10:03 pm
Forum: US - Northeast
Topic: Feeler: Jersey Shore Rally (Fall)
Replies: 4
Views: 1355

Re: Feeler: Jersey Shore Rally (ragingfish)

I'd love to get together, but it is soccer season and almost every Saturday is taken up with coaching duties. If it were to extend into Sunday, then I'm game.
by Reynoma
Thu Jul 21, 2005 10:00 pm
Forum: Exterior
Topic: Attn 2-toners: Faded cladding, anyone?
Replies: 37
Views: 4927

Re: Attn 2-toners: Faded cladding, anyone? (ColonelPanic)

My problem does not lie so much in the lower cladding as in the door handles. Mine are starting to look like crap. I think it was from a detailing I got several months ago - the wax got on the door handles and they now have a similar "white" residue on them.
by Reynoma
Thu Jul 21, 2005 9:59 pm
Forum: The Others
Topic: JD Power Customer Satisfaction Survey Results: Dealer Service
Replies: 9
Views: 1583

Re: JD Power Customer Satisfaction Survey Results: Dealer Service (ragingfish)

I find it interesting that Mercury ranked several places lower than Lincoln. I think the large majority of dealers have both, so they are servicing both. Do the dealers really treat their Lincoln customers better than their Mercury customers? Makes me think about how I get treated when I bring my Me...
by Reynoma
Thu Jul 21, 2005 9:54 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: 'Employee Pricing Now' - What effect on trade-in value later?
Replies: 17
Views: 2388

Re: 'Employee Pricing Now' - What effect on trade-in value later? (kostby)

Quote, originally posted by kostby »Suddenly 'Employee Pricing for Everyone' is moving thousands of new vehicles off dealer lots and into the hand of consumers.The auto market might have survived 30 days (the original GM-only plan-thru 07/04/05) of price-cutting without a major hiccup, but now that...
by Reynoma
Thu Jul 21, 2005 9:50 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: If not a Vibe then what?
Replies: 46
Views: 5673

Re: If not a Vibe then what? (joatmon)

When I'm done with the Vibe - (estimated time left: 4 years - gotta buy a minivan first)...then I'm going to go for a used Lexus (GS or LS - yes, I'm getting old). Right now, used 2002 LS's go for about $35,000 (about the same price as some of the other cars suggested here).Of course, if money were ...
by Reynoma
Wed Jul 20, 2005 4:56 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: Google Maps
Replies: 9
Views: 1220

Re: Google Maps (Mavrik)

I found my house also. The picture must have been taken on a Sunday morning, becuase my church's parking lot was full. I also tried to look for my sister's house, but since her house is only about 2 years old - the map only had the land cleared (no house yet!).
by Reynoma
Wed Jul 20, 2005 12:01 am
Forum: US - Northeast
Topic: New Jersey...the forgotten state?
Replies: 12
Views: 2770

Re: (ragingfish)

Quote, originally posted by ragingfish »I'm all for an informal chicken and booze kinda mini meet at a restaurant somewhere, sometime (or screw the booze and go straight to mastoris for cheese bread and cinnamon bread! )Anyone else?Ah yes, Mastoris - great baked stuff. Went there many times during ...
by Reynoma
Thu Jun 30, 2005 10:35 pm
Forum: Maintenance Bay
Topic: Went down to the GM parts counter.....
Replies: 11
Views: 2416

Re: Went down to the GM parts counter..... (olympic)

Quote, originally posted by olympic »I just checked my records and this car was bought on April 14, 2003, so it's averaging 100,000km/year. I financed it for 48 months so it'll have 400,000km or 250k miles by the time it's paid off! Hopefully everything will hold together until then. So far so good...
by Reynoma
Thu Jun 30, 2005 10:00 pm
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: Bored quickly with car?
Replies: 6
Views: 1268

Bored quickly with car?

I've purchased a few cars in my life so far. It seems that I average about 1 purchase every 3 years (this is for my family, so we usually own 2 cars at one time). So I own a car for about 6 years.My thinking is always: "I'll keep this car until it falls apart". In reality, after about 2.5 ...
by Reynoma
Thu Jun 30, 2005 9:45 pm
Forum: The Others
Topic: "Mercury Mixes It Up" - Ford Dropping Freestyle, Freestar/Monterey
Replies: 3
Views: 4395

Re: "Mercury Mixes It Up" - Ford Dropping Freestyle, Freestar/Monterey (ragingfish)

Has anybody read about Ford dropping the Freestyle anywhere else but Forbes? I would actually like to get confirmation on that one - it doesn't make sense.Two comments: (1) I agree with Ford dropping their minivans - they were weak entries at best into the minivan market. (2) to compare Murano and Q...
by Reynoma
Thu Jun 23, 2005 4:05 am
Forum: Latest News
Topic: GM news taken from autoextremist.com
Replies: 6
Views: 1712

Re: GM news taken from autoextremist.com (ragingfish)

Quote, originally posted by ragingfish »Basically, I see Pontiac as this in the next few years:G6 Coupe/Convertible/SedanGTOSolsticeTorrent (which I also suspect may lead a short model life)VibeGrand Prix (perhaps to be eventually be replaced by the "G8" GP/Bonneville replacement?)I agree...
by Reynoma
Thu Jun 23, 2005 3:23 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: How Much Do you Pay A Month? APR?
Replies: 46
Views: 9988

Re: How Much Do you Pay A Month? APR? (ProVibe)

Another big factor in your monthly payment is the term. How many months is your loan? EDIT: OK - you state 72 months not once but twice!How about the amount financed? Was there a large balance that you rolled over from the first loan?
by Reynoma
Thu Jun 23, 2005 3:21 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: Ebay Espirit...If I had only known
Replies: 3
Views: 566

Re: Ebay Espirit...If I had only known (drunkenvibe)

I did a search for Espirit, but found nothing - that is why I thought it was safe to do a new post. Oh well.
by Reynoma
Thu Jun 23, 2005 3:08 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: Ebay Espirit...If I had only known
Replies: 3
Views: 566

Ebay Espirit...If I had only known

The Lotus Espirit has been my favorite dream car for many years....If I was only on ebay and lived close by....http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,160390,00.html
by Reynoma
Wed Jun 22, 2005 11:48 pm
Forum: Wheels & Tires
Topic: Should I get these??
Replies: 8
Views: 1369

Re: Should I get these?? (djnewm)

Those are some really nice lookin wheels! Get 'em.
by Reynoma
Wed Jun 22, 2005 11:37 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Just getting some opinions...
Replies: 15
Views: 1751

Re: Just getting some opinions... (crazyeaglefan)

Hey fellow eagle fan.Quote, originally posted by crazyeaglefan »A front end bra with a billet grill? Billet grill alone? And if you had 600 extra bucks lying around, what would you do? Billet grill and rear spoilers (both), or a sunroof?Man I am excited. I loved my 96 Celica and my 00 Tundra. This ...
by Reynoma
Wed Jun 22, 2005 11:35 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Got a Vibe GT 6 speed (new pics added 6/25)
Replies: 20
Views: 2880

Re: Got a Vibe GT 6 speed (merckx56)

Welcome to the GT club!
by Reynoma
Mon May 02, 2005 5:35 am
Forum: Canada - Ontario
Topic: When is first payment due?
Replies: 5
Views: 1030

Re: When is first payment due? (Sputnik)

It may work a little different in the US, but my payments did not start until the 1st of the month AFTER I had the car for one month. In other words, I picked up my car on July 14th. My payments did not start until September 1st.
by Reynoma
Fri Apr 29, 2005 2:48 am
Forum: The Others
Topic: My new Scion tC
Replies: 23
Views: 3516

Re: My new Scion tC (greenfire)

Good lookin' car greenfire. I'm not the biggest fan of grey, but it does look good on the tC. Also, those are some nice looking wheels.So, the Lexus IS 300 wasn't in the budget?
by Reynoma
Thu Apr 28, 2005 4:40 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: The end of analog TV
Replies: 20
Views: 2762

According to the article, the "turn off" of analog only effects those of us who (1) have a non-HDTV and (2) rely on a rooftop antenna for signal (cable and satelite) - so most of America will not have to buy new sets.
by Reynoma
Wed Apr 27, 2005 11:19 pm
Forum: The Others
Topic: New 06 Explorer
Replies: 8
Views: 1368

Re: (ragingfish)

I've seen some spy shots of the 06 Explorer in Automotive News. I agree, not too bad looking.
by Reynoma
Wed Apr 27, 2005 11:13 pm
Forum: Interior
Topic: Dealer window tint cost?
Replies: 10
Views: 1550

Re: (Jahntassa)

My local shop just gave me a quote of $180 for 5 windows (in NJ, you cannot have tinting on the front doors.)
by Reynoma
Wed Apr 27, 2005 11:06 pm
Forum: The Others
Topic: Ten Great Cars To Own SECOND
Replies: 3
Views: 638

I'd agree with most of those picks for used cars. I've got my eye on some used Lincolns - LS and Continental - for when I want to move up to a more "plush" ride than the Vibe.
by Reynoma
Wed Mar 30, 2005 11:39 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: Camden, NJ Touts Nation's Highest Crime Rate
Replies: 4
Views: 962

Re: Camden, NJ Touts Nation's Highest Crime Rate (ragingfish)

You mean I should think twice about parking my car at the train station in Camden?
by Reynoma
Wed Feb 16, 2005 10:01 pm
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: Any other musicians on here?
Replies: 28
Views: 4341

Thanks for all of the response. I've seen a couple of "cheaper" items on ebay that might keep me satisfied until I either give it up or upgrade to something better. I'll also look into those tabs, as it would probably be easier for me to start there instead of trying to learn sheet music.T...
by Reynoma
Tue Feb 15, 2005 10:22 pm
Forum: The Others
Topic: 2006 Pontiac Solstice: $19,995!
Replies: 35
Views: 6232

Re: 2006 Pontiac Solstice: $19,995! (MJN2)

I'd like to see what the real world prices come out to be. I'll bet you will not be able to get a $19,995 car at first (even without dealer mark-ups). They automatically put some of those options on that will push the sticker up toward $24k.
by Reynoma
Tue Feb 15, 2005 6:09 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: Any other musicians on here?
Replies: 28
Views: 4341

Re: Any other musicians on here? (Bowlsie)

I think I'll hijack this old thread to ask a question:I've been thinking about learning to play the guitar. Any suggestions? I have no musical background at all, I just want to give it a try. I'm looking for suggestions on what kind of guitar (read: cheap) to get and what type of lessons.
by Reynoma
Wed Feb 09, 2005 11:31 pm
Forum: US - Mid-Atlantic
Topic: Philadelphia International Auto Show February 9, 2005
Replies: 16
Views: 3104

Re: (ragingfish)

I had a great time talkin' cars with you guys yesterday. Mike, let us know when you get those pictures posted.Highlights:1) 2005 Corvette is VERY nice2) New GM minivans are "not so bad"3) $76K for a caddy!4) Kia Sportage pretty nice5) What's with the fourth rear seat belt buckle on the Che...
by Reynoma
Tue Feb 08, 2005 8:38 pm
Forum: US - Mid-Atlantic
Topic: Philadelphia International Auto Show February 9, 2005
Replies: 16
Views: 3104

Re: Philadelphia International Auto Show February 9, 2005 (ragingfish)

Last chance for anybody to join us today in Philadelphia!
by Reynoma
Tue Feb 08, 2005 8:37 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: New
Replies: 14
Views: 1932

Re: New (VibeGT13)

Quote, originally posted by VibeGT13 »hey everybody, i just wanted to let u know that im new to this site, and that it is awesome. I have an "03 Vibe GT and its great to learn about all that we can do to out Vibes. Just wanted to say hello ThanksWhoo, hoo. Another '03 GT!
by Reynoma
Tue Feb 08, 2005 8:36 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: New guy
Replies: 15
Views: 2138

Re: New guy (fjf511)

Quote, originally posted by fjf511 »Nice bike too. Is the basket OME or aftermarket?LOL!
by Reynoma
Tue Feb 08, 2005 8:34 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: New guy
Replies: 15
Views: 2138

Re: New guy (gundabad)

Welcome! Love that color. Seeing all these pics with fusion vibes makes me want to get one.
by Reynoma
Mon Feb 07, 2005 2:40 am
Forum: Humor
Topic: 4 year old drives Mom's car
Replies: 5
Views: 960

4 year old drives Mom's car

http://story.news.yahoo.com/ne...riverNow, what the mother should have said was that her child did this after watching the corvette add showing a boy driving. Then, they could start the legal proceedings against GM.
by Reynoma
Mon Feb 07, 2005 1:31 am
Forum: US - Mid-Atlantic
Topic: Philadelphia International Auto Show February 9, 2005
Replies: 16
Views: 3104

Re: Philadelphia International Auto Show February 9, 2005 (ragingfish)

Looking forward to meeting up with everybody again this year.I went to the show on Saturday with my family (did the Minivan / SUV thing). The funniest part for me was after I had shown my wife the Pontiac minivan and the Buick minivan, we went to see the Saturn minivan. She turns to me and says &quo...
by Reynoma
Mon Jan 31, 2005 1:01 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: SBC to Buy Former Parent AT&T for $16B
Replies: 1
Views: 455

Re: SBC to Buy Former Parent AT&T for $16B (ragingfish)

With the directon all of the telecom companies are going, I think we are pretty quickly going back to MA Bell. (It has only been 20 years since the break-up of AT&T)
by Reynoma
Sun Jan 30, 2005 5:39 am
Forum: The Others
Topic: Who let this one slide?
Replies: 12
Views: 1419

Re: (ColonelPanic)

I think they figure that nobody would go to the website anyway, so why fix it.
by Reynoma
Sun Jan 30, 2005 5:37 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: Entire city of Philadelphia may become wireless hotspot...
Replies: 2
Views: 642

Re: Entire city of Philadelphia may become wireless hotspot... (ragingfish)

This will be really cool (since I work in Philly). I could check emails and do some work while sitting outside in the park.
by Reynoma
Fri Jan 28, 2005 5:49 am
Forum: The Others
Topic: 2006 FORD Fusion
Replies: 11
Views: 4530

Re: 2006 FORD Fusion (MiVibe-ToolGuy)

I like it. There is a mini write up on it in Motor Trend this month. They say that it is a little on the small size (compared to it's competitors - Accord & Camry), but it should be able to perform pretty well.I think the front end looks like the last generation Honda Prelude - I think that is w...
by Reynoma
Fri Jan 28, 2005 2:30 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: Missing Persons Alert: Philadelphia Eagles
Replies: 6
Views: 792

Re: Missing Persons Alert: Philadelphia Eagles (Stang2Vibe)

I figured I'd revive this thread to say....GO EAGLES!!!
by Reynoma
Fri Jan 28, 2005 2:28 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: Almost there...
Replies: 8
Views: 1036

Re: Almost there... (MiVibe-ToolGuy)

Congrats ToolGuy - you're a God now!
by Reynoma
Fri Jan 28, 2005 2:27 am
Forum: US - Northeast
Topic: Jersey Shore Rally
Replies: 43
Views: 6498

Re: (ragingfish)

Quote, originally posted by ragingfish »UPDATE:So, I've lived in Jersey my whole freakin life, and never been down south...apparantly, there are SEVERAL towns with the name Cape May!Cape May Point is allegedly a small town with 600 homes and a single solitary business -- a general store. No beaches,...
by Reynoma
Fri Jan 28, 2005 2:25 am
Forum: Exterior
Topic: cladding replacement question
Replies: 18
Views: 2463

Re: (ragingfish)

Quote, originally posted by ragingfish »Parts lists show the same part number for "paint-to-match" as well as gray.But that doesn't necessarily indicate that all monotones where made that way by the dealer, does it? I would think that the factory paints the cladding for monotone, and does...
by Reynoma
Fri Jan 28, 2005 12:47 am
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: how long does it take for your Vibe to blow hot air?
Replies: 20
Views: 3720

Re: how long does it take for your Vibe to blow hot air? (huy397)

My 03 GT heats up just fine. After running for about 5 min, it gets very toasty inside. I very, very rarely have to put the temp dial on "all the way hot". Usually if I do, I can barely stand how hot it gets. I only usually have to keep the temp selectin dial just a hair from center (to th...
by Reynoma
Fri Jan 28, 2005 12:42 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: Commercial Rant (Mature)
Replies: 34
Views: 3894

Re: Commercial Rant (esjones)

Quote, originally posted by esjones » But as a consumer, I see the advertising of prescription drugs (for whatever the condition) as being generally NOT a good thing.The drug companies are using advertising to drive up demand, drive up profits and urge people to "ask your doctor" about ev...
by Reynoma
Fri Jan 28, 2005 12:29 am
Forum: Exterior
Topic: cladding replacement question
Replies: 18
Views: 2463

Re: (ragingfish)

[QUOTE=ragingfish]Believe it or not, all cladding comes from the factory unpainted, the same color gray as the two-tone models. If it's a monotone model, the cladding gets painted by the dealer...QUOTE]How did you find this out?
by Reynoma
Thu Jan 27, 2005 1:12 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: Any Battlestar Galactica Fans?
Replies: 42
Views: 6200

Re: Any Battlestar Galactica Fans? (BlueCrush)

I used to watch the old Battlestart Galactica episodes when I was younger. I keep looking for a DVD copy of the old show.Sadly, I do not have cable, so I cannot see the new series.